Martin Jaguar, opinions?

[philip140]

I am considering buying the martin jaguar for my first recurve bow. i don't want to spend a ton of money on something i may not enjoy.
is the jaguar a good choice for a beginner? i want this bow primarily for this seasons deer hunt in ontario.

thanks guys, Phil.

[Spectre]

I been looking at them, too. I got told that the quality wasn't the greatest, but shoots ok. I was also told Samick would be a nice option.

 If you haven't ever shot a traditional bow, you have a LOT of practicing to do if you plan to hunt deer this year with it.

[dirtguy]

If you have to buy new its good for the price.  No need to buy new though when you can get an awesome used bow here on the classifieds.  I've gotten 3 bows here, the most expensive was an almost new Martin Hunter for $275.  Shoots great and is over $500 new.

[James on laptop]

I would go with a Samick or if spending a little more a Quinn.The Jaguar is cheap but there have been many issues with them.You can do better for your money and I think be a lot happier in the end.jmo

[smoked]

I would buy used, and remember not to buy one that is too heavy of draw. I am a good sized man and started with 62#, and had little issues for the first 20 shots or so. I enjoyed shooting too much to lay it down when I got tired and developed some shoulder issues. I now shoot nothing over 52# and most are around 48#. I can shoot all day and have become a much better shot.

[CaliCreole]

Lots of good deals in the classifieds, You can probably get something of better quality for about the same price as a new jaguar after you add in the accessories.

[philip140]

Thanks guys, i'm probably going to go for something between 50-55#.
i currently shoot a longbow, so i have a little experience shooting trad bows.

i'll have a look at the classifieds, but if there is anybody else who has, or has shot a jaguar, i'd appreciate any info.

thanks, Phil